The School of American Studies offers both a Bachelor of Arts and a Minor in Recreation Leadership.
The Department of Recreation Leadership is committed to preparing students for rewarding positions in the exciting and growing field of parks, recreation and leisure. Recreation professionals are responsible for promoting healthy lifestyles by ensuring the availability of future parks, resources, and recreation and leisure opportunities. The RLS program combines traditional courses with experiential education and real-life situations that challenge students to plan, organize, and facilitate challenging and rewarding leisure service programs that will meet the needs of the population served.
Students who pursue a degree in Recreation Leadership will be prepared for positions of leadership in private, nonprofit, commercial, municipal/government or military organizations, youth agencies, county, state, and national parks and/or religious and educational institutions. A minor in Recreation Leadership compliments such majors as business, behavioral sciences, environmental sciences, Christian ministry studies, nonprofit administration, physical education, sport management, fine and performing arts, and education.
Lindenwood University is located west of St. Louis in St. Charles County. The area boasts of its outdoor recreation opportunities, inclusive programs, resorts, and community recreation services all dedicated to improving the quality of life for those who live in the area. These resources provide a laboratory for recreation students to gain real life experiences through partnerships, volunteer opportunities, and internships.
For more information contact:
Professor Joe Lovell
Assistant Professor
Department Chair
636-798-2005
jlovell@lindenwood.edu
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